The name “Painted dog” is appropriate given the remarkable coloration of their fur but, make no mistake, these are very much wild dogs that hunt in highly organized packs with…
Among the most delightful moments we had watching birds in Botswana was seeing the commensal relationship between Southern Ground Hornbills and Southern Carmine Bee Eaters. We watched as two Hornbills…
Many of the 174 new bird species we saw in Botswana—and thanks mainly to our very knowledgeable guides actually identified—a considerable number were true gems, little flying jewels. Of course…
Of the many species of birds we enjoyed seeing in Botswana—174 new to me (but who’s counting!)—the Saddle-billed Stork was one of the most impressive. It is huge, nearly five…
While on our recent travels in Botswana we sighted ostriches only twice. More sightings of this remarkable creature would have been most welcome! The are, of course, impressively large and…
The only real “experience” I have with crocs are the garden shoes and, as a child, watching Captain Hook. Sorry! This young crocodile, seen on the Okavango Delta near where…
Like many readers I grew up learning “Z is for Zebra!” It is certainly true but there is so much more to this remarkable animal than the last letter of…
I can still remember women wearing coats of leopard and cheetah fur when I was a kid. Oh my! To think that the relatives of this lovely creature that might…
One of the most surprising parts of the trip to Botswana, and I really should not have been surprised, was the caution against walking in the bush. Basically, a guy…
Another delight of this trip to Botswana was watching hippos watching us! These critters kept us awake at night with their vocalizations, left piles of poop in the pathways for…
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